Former Student Resources
Accreditation
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Iowa Wesleyan University was a four-year coeducational university of liberal arts and sciences related to the United Methodist Church. Iowa Wesleyan University was accredited by the Higher Learning Commission an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
The University was accredited by the University Senate of the United Methodist Church. The Nursing Program is approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing (IBON, Riverpoint Business Park, 400 SW 8th St., Suite B, Des Moines, IA 50309; 515-281-3255). The University was approved by the government training program under the Veteran’s Bill (550 and 894).
IW Online
Iowa Wesleyan University distance learning/online courses and programs had written authorization for operations in the states of:
Arizona
California
Colorado
Florida
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Iowa
Louisiana
Maine
Massachusetts
Mississippi
Missouri
Nebraska
New Jersey
Oklahoma
Ohio
South Carolina
South Dakota
Texas
Virginia
Nursing
The baccalaureate nursing program was approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing (IBON) (400 SW 8th st., Suite B, Des Moines, IA 50309; 515-281-3255).
The baccalaureate nursing program at Iowa Wesleyan University located in Mount Pleasant, Iowa was accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the baccalaureate nursing program was continuing accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at http://www.acenursing.com/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm
US Department of Education Resources
Student Loan Repayment Questions: https://studentaid.gov/h/manage-loans
Federal Loan Forgiveness: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation
Closed Information: Available for Direct Loans, FFEL Program loans, and Perkins Loans. Learn about the eligibility requirements for closed school discharge and how to apply- https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/closed-school
Federal Student Aid Information Center
1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243; TTY for the hearing impaired 1-800-730-8913)
Iowa Department of Education
515-281-5294
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are a series of frequently asked questions, for any additional questions you may have, please reach out to iowawesleyantigers@gmail.com
Will my Iowa Wesleyan degree be recognized as valid after the University closes?
Higher education degrees always remain valid if they were conferred by a fully accredited institution at the time of closure.
How will potential employers verify my education at Iowa Wesleyan?
You can order a transcript from the University of Iowa to be sent directly to your employer for verification of your education.
Will there be a reunion event or other chance for Iowa Wesleyan alumni to gather together?
Events are planned occasionally with the Alumni Council or by member of the Alumni Association. Keep an eye on our website for any upcoming events.
What happened to the Iowa Wesleyan archives?
Archives were transferred from the Chadwick Library to the Henry County Heritage Trust (HCHT) Muesum in the former Saunders Elementary school.